Every Child Deserves Someone in Their Corner This Foster Care Awareness Month

by chsva_wptorx_admin | May 13, 2026 | Blog, Foster Care Adoption, My Path Forward, Post Adoption Program

Each May, Foster Care Awareness Month shines a light on the more than 330,000 children and youth currently in foster care across the United States. It is a time to recognize the experiences of children in care, celebrate foster families and child welfare...

How Your Year-End Gift Makes All the Difference

by mitch | Dec 11, 2025 | Blog, Foster Care Adoption, Post Adoption Program

As the year winds down, many of us look back and sort out what truly mattered. For CHS, that reflection brings one thing into focus: your generosity has changed lives. Every gift, every shared story, and every moment of Virginia adoption support made a real difference...

Why Adoption Matters and Why It Means So Much to So Many

by mitch | Nov 12, 2025 | Blog, Foster Care Adoption, Post Adoption Program

Adoption isn’t just a legal process; it’s a lifeline. It’s a chance for a child to have stability, care, and the chance to grow up in a loving, supportive home. That’s why adoption matters, and why this month always deserves more than a passing mention. It’s a...

How Adoption Training Can Give You the Confidence to Welcome a Foster Child

by admin | Oct 9, 2025 | Blog, Foster Care Adoption, Post Adoption Program

Adopting a child is one of the most rewarding journeys a family can take. But it’s also a journey that comes with unique challenges. Many children entering foster care have experienced trauma, including neglect, abuse, or other difficult circumstances. These...

Coming Back Together: Reconnecting Events That Celebrate Adoptive Families

by admin | Sep 15, 2025 | Blog, Foster Care Adoption, Post Adoption Program

Adoption is a beautiful journey, but it’s also one that comes with its own unique challenges. For adoptive families, the road doesn’t end once a child is placed. It continues with moments of growth, adjustment, and learning together. Families often face questions and...

Adoption Is Just the Beginning: Why Families Need Support to Thrive

by admin | Apr 25, 2025 | Blog, Post Adoption Program

Adoption is a beautiful and life-changing journey—but it doesn’t end on the day papers are signed. For families built through adoption, especially those navigating complex trauma, the road ahead can bring both incredible joy and unique challenges. That’s why...